Camping areas near Fitzgerald, Georgia offer accessible options within a 45-mile radius of this south-central Georgia town. Located in the Atlantic Coastal Plain at approximately 400 feet elevation, this region maintains mild winters and hot, humid summers with average rainfall of 49 inches annually. Mosquitoes can be abundant from May through September, so campers should bring appropriate repellent.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Paulk Park features a popular fishing pond that attracts both overnight campers and locals. "Small sites but pull thru. Beautiful lake and full hookups," notes Ali P. from Paulk Park RV Park and Campground.
Trail exploration: General Coffee State Park offers woodland hiking paths through diverse ecosystems. "This is a good campground divided into 2 loops. Many pull throughs. We had site #12 which was gigantic. All the sites are open to your neighbors," writes Rachel G., who appreciated the variety of activities available including "small pond and farm."
Farm animal interaction: The heritage farm at Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge provides educational experiences with livestock. "Take a walk down to the dam and read about the construction of the park and the lake, by the CCC, in the 1930's," recommends J V., highlighting the historical aspects of this camping destination.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer pull-through sites with ample room between neighbors. "Sites are spaced better than most KOAs that I've been. 27 is a pull through. Plenty long for my 26' class c and toad," notes Tim C. about Cordele KOA.
Quiet atmosphere: The region offers several secluded camping options away from highway noise. "Cozy and great for self contained. (Small one stall bathroom with shower). Stayed here a week in October with one other camper, very quiet and peaceful," reports Never Sitting S. about their experience at Paulk Park RV Park.
Lake activities: Several parks feature small lakes for fishing and paddling. "We have stayed at this KOA many times it has full hook up, 2 lakes (you can fish). We rented a golf cart for $5.00 for 3 hours and drove to the lakes and fished," shares B M. about Tifton KOA, also noting "The pool is always refreshing and clean."
What you should know
Late arrivals: Many campgrounds accommodate after-hours check-ins. "We arrived at 2pm and only stayed 1 night," mentions Tim C. about Cordele KOA, while another camper noted, "Stopped here to camp overnight on our way down to Florida from Ohio. Arrived around 9:30 and was able to check-in after hours via a box with an envelope next to the office."
Weather considerations: The Georgia climate affects camping comfort significantly. From May through September, temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity. October through April offers more moderate conditions.
Bathhouse conditions: Facilities vary widely between parks. "Bathroom facilities were nice also," notes Sharon U. about Cordele KOA, while at Reed Bingham State Park Campground, a camper reported, "Campground bathroom is really clean and has laundry too."
Tips for camping with families
Farm visits: Children particularly enjoy the farm animals at General Coffee State Park. "We have gone to this campground a couple of times now and every time we go it has been a great visit. We love buying carrots to feed all the farm animals," shares Kirsten W.
Playground access: Several parks maintain playground equipment for younger campers. "Our boys loved the early 80s Era playground," mentions Greg S. about Cordele KOA, though he cautions about maintenance issues that parents should inspect before allowing play.
Swimming options: Tifton RV Park I-75 provides a swimming pool that families appreciate during hot weather. "We took our noodles and float in the pool," mentions B M., who visited with family. Several campers note the pool is well-maintained and provides relief from Georgia heat.
Tips from RVers
Pull-through accessibility: Most area campgrounds accommodate larger rigs with easy-access sites. "This campground became an unplanned stop for us following an accident on I-75 where we were hit and our fifth wheel incapacitated for about five hours. We called and they happily put us in a spot for the night," shares The Wild Sasquatches about Cordele KOA's flexibility with unexpected arrivals.
Hookup reliability: Full hookups are available at most area parks. "We stayed here a whole week while ducking out of some weather. This one is especially nice if you like some room! We enjoyed a fire two nights and many walks on the nature trail which is part of the property," notes Zachary H. about Tifton KOA.
Level site challenges: Some campgrounds require leveling equipment. "The campground is not flat, so some of the sites aren't level, I did have to use a couple of boards to level my camper," cautions Roger L. about Little Ocmulgee State Park.
